Food & Beverage
Gebr. Heinemann announces leadership changes at Frankfurt Airport Retail and smartseller
Karl Grünewaldt is named Co-Managing Director at Frankfurt Airport Retail while Lars Hennecke move into the leadership role vacated by Grünewald at the smartseller JV.
Retail revenue per passenger fell from €3.35 in 2024 to €3.29, which Fraport blamed on a weaker performance in shopping, only partly compensated by strong services and advertising income.
The offer includes both local favourites and SSP original concepts, and comes amid a US$19 billion transformation of the east coast gateway.
Now in its eighth year, the index, supported by Q5, showcases the diverse roles and career journeys of senior women leaders, while aiming to inspire future generations of women to join, progress and lead across the sectors.
The move is for the purpose of capital reduction by way of share cancellation and to “enhance shareholder value in line with Avolta’s Destination 2027 strategy.”
Cortez Carter steps up from Executive Vice President after nearly four years with the Chicago company, where he has led the expansion of its aviation division.
“We are pleased to sponsor FAB once again and support this leading event celebrating outstanding achievements across our industry,” says BTA Food & Services CEO Baha Bülbül.
TAV Airports Holding Chief Commercial Officer and TAV Operation Services Chief Executive Officer Aude Ferrand talks about a new vision for the Primeclass hospitality concept, the future for Extime Lounges and the development potential of its latest partnerships.
By commercial channel, food & beverage delivered the highest growth in 2025 with a +3.4% increase, with retail spend flat year-on-year.
Nominations may now be submitted through our dedicated website until the closing date of 10 April.
The airport hospitality services company has marked the US debut of Plaza Premium First and a refreshed Plaza Premium Lounge at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
The latest additions strengthen the company’s US presence, featuring a diverse mix of concepts including Treefort, Bardenay, Waffle Me Up, The STIL, Turas Winery, Form & Function, Blue Sky Bagels, Protein Bar, Idaho Tap House, Up & Away, Starbucks, Wendy’s and Pizza Hut.
The opportunity, with a 23 March submission deadline, covers a 128sq m space in the Terminal 2 Coach Hall.














